iSlayer - Vector, Bitmap, and Resolution Independence

Dashboard developer iSlayer has posted an interesting article examining the implicatio resolution independence (a new feature in Leopard) will have on icon design. Even before the i ue of resolution independence, UI designers have been in two cam regarding the use of bitmap vs vector files for ico . It is in the nature of vector images to scale, but things get a bit out of proportion and wonky- looking after a while. Bitmap images can be tweaked to a designer's heart's content, but that mea they have to produce a different image for each po ible eventual icon size. iSlayer breaks down the deeper pros and co of each format, including resource usage and if there is really a need for such high resolution interface components. Definitely a must read for those in, or interested in Mac interface design.